Kevan Yamahara’s work focuses on developing autonomous and deployable technologies for environmental omics, with an emphasis on molecular tools that support ocean observing, biodiversity monitoring, and applied marine research. His interests span instrument development, field validation, and technology transition, with the goal of moving environmental DNA and related omics approaches from research settings into practical operational use.

At MBARI, Kevan has contributed to the development and application of autonomous molecular sampling systems, including the Environmental Sample Processor (ESP) and FIDO, and has worked on integrating these technologies with a range of observing platforms. His work also includes building partnerships across science, engineering, and user communities to improve interoperability, support technology transfer, and expand the use of omics-based measurements in ocean monitoring and management.